Down Syndrome
Which chromosome is duplicated with this syndrome?
chromosome 21
1 in ________ people have autism.
59
What typically causes this disability?
A lack of oxygen to the brain
What causes Williams syndrome?
A deletion of genes
People with which disabilities often suffer from Anxiety
Autism/Aspergers
How many different types of Down syndrome are there?
3 different types
Boys are _________ times more likely to have autism than girls.
Four
How many different types of CP are there?
Four
People with Williams syndrome are typically affectionate and trusting of others. This is because of an excess of which hormone? (hint- the "love hormone")
Oxytocin
If someone is obviously suffering from anxiety you should just ignore it. True or False
FALSE. Let the person know that you are there for them and ask them what you can do to help. If they cannot communicate, allow them to take a break from the activity.
People with Down syndrome often have __________ problems. (hint: body organ)
Heart
True or false. There is a cure for autism.
False
If someone has CP that also means they have an intellectual disability. True or False?
False. Many times cerebral palsy only affects someone's physical abilities. However sometimes it does cause an intellectual disability as well.
People with Williams syndrome are often musically talented. True or False?
True
What are some major symptoms of anxiety?
Excessive worrying, negative thoughts, trouble sleeping, fatigue, jittery, avoiding activities.
What are some common physical features of someone with Down syndrome?
People with this disability often have low muscle tone, small stature, almond shaped eyes, and a single deep crease across their palm
True or False: People with autism always have an intellectual disability as well
FALSE. Many people with autism have a normal-high IQ
What does Cerebral Palsy look like?
It depends! It can range from a small limp, to having little-no mobility or use of arms/legs.
People with Williams syndrome are exceptionally good at navigating areas and following spatial directions. True or False?
FALSE. This is a weakness of theirs
True or False. Anxiety can easily be cured by simply changing your mindset
False. Anxiety is often caused by a chemical imbalance in the brain. Treatment is different for everyone.
Many people with Down syndrome have trouble sleeping. This is because they have sleep __________.
apnea
TRUE or FALSE: People with autism easily understand words/language/communication
FALSE. This is one of the largest barriers for people with autism.
People with Cerebral Palsy cannot become pregnant. True or False
FALSE.
What are some physical attributes that people with Williams syndrome typically display?
People with this disability often have small stature, small upturned nose, wide mouth, full lips, and a small chin, sunken chest, and sometimes kidney or heart problems
How many people in the US suffer from anxiety?
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year. Anxiety disorders are highly treatable, yet only 36.9% of those suffering receive treatment.